Hooked on digital age, uncertain of security risks
Computer security is particularly frightening for boomers, who were late into the digital game. They’re ‘addicted’ like everyone else, but unsure of how it all works, making them vulnerable.
Hidden in plain view; disabled but not seen
Overlooked in disbelief, financially insecure and emotionally overcome, people with invisible disabilities remain faceless in a crowd.
Beating a path to the wild west
What started as four Winnipeg friends with a passion for guiding Manitoba walks has since – two decades later – become a full-fledged walking group with hundreds of members and an unquenchable thirst for seeking out new trails.
Heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath still smokin’
Black Sabbath was on fire last night as the heavy metal pioneers, led by the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, treated fans to a dazzling show at MTS Centre.
Climate change debate heats up
Agnostic is the term I’m choosing to describe what I believe about climate change. In other words, I don’t know. And, unfortunately there doesn’t seem to be many reliable honest brokers of the truth any more.
Heartbleed Bug tsunami?
Internet users need to be aware of potential compromises that are possible from Heartbleed Bug, the computer software vulnerability that was recently made public.
Total lunar eclipse first of four ‘Blood Moons’
Yesterday’s lunar eclipse that turned an orange red color, grabbed the attention of star-gazers and conspiracy theorists. It was the first of four such lunar events that will occur in the next 18 months.
Fred Penner honoured at DASCH event
Legendary children’s performer Fred Penner was front and centre at this year’s 12th annual DASCH (Direct Action in Support of Community Homes) Recognition Awards Luncheon.
NHL playoffs with just one Canadian team
The Montreal Canadians are the only Canadian team in this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs — the worst showing by Canadian teams in 41 years. What’s happened to our ‘national game’ at the NHL level?
How toxic stress is hurting our children
Childhood is not quite the stress-free paradise that our rose-tinted memories might suggest. Children — even infants — can suffer from chronic, toxic stress that has long-term effects.